Duke Ellington at the Bal Masque

by Duke Ellington

Duke Ellington at the Bal Masque cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 1959
  • Label: Columbia
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 38:03
  • Community rating: 3.49/5 from 2 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Recorded live at the Americana Hotel in Miami Beach, this performance captures the legendary bandleader adapting popular standards into his distinctive orchestral style. The ensemble maintains its sophisticated swing while navigating an unusually dance-oriented repertoire. The recordings provide a relaxed yet vibrant snapshot of a late-career engagement.

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Tracklist

  1. Alice Blue Gown (2:56)
  2. Who's Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf (2:51)
  3. Got a Date With an Angel (2:31)
  4. Poor Butterfly (3:40)
  5. Satan Takes a Holiday (3:17)
  6. The Peanut Vendor (3:27)
  7. Satin Doll (3:43)
  8. Lady in Red (2:50)
  9. Indian Love Call (3:38)
  10. The Donkey Serenade (2:15)
  11. Gypsy Love Song (3:56)
  12. Laugh, Clown, Laugh (2:54)

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